Westerbeke BCD 4.4KW Operator's Manual page 31

Batteries
Make sure the positive (
+ )
battery connection is connected to the battery connection of the starting solenoid.
The negative (-) battery connection should be connected to the system ground (the engine block).
When servicing the battery or checking the electrolyte level, wear rubber gloves, a rubber
apron, and eye protection. Battery acid may splash on the skin or into the eyes inadvertent-
ly when removing the electrolyte caps.
Check the battery's electrolyte level and specific gravity to ensure maximum engine starting efficiency. Make
sure the battery's terminals are clean and tight.
Ventilation
The ventilation requirements of the generator sets include the following: combustion air is required for the
engine cylinders; cooling air is required for the generator end and also for removing the heat produced by
the generator's engine during operation; and ventilating air is required to clear the bilges below the gener-
ator, as well as the compartment in which the generator is located, of potentially toxic and flammable diesel
vapors.
Keep in mind that hot air rises, so heated air should be removed from the upper area of the generator com-
partment and cool fresh air should be directed to the lower areas of the compartment. Ventilation should
be accomplished with the aid of blowers especially when the vessel is not underway. Refer to the "SYSTEM
SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual for the airflow requirements of the generator sets, page 11 for the
BCD 4.4KW, and page 15 for the BCD 6.0KW.
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